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www.oakvillebeaver.com The Oakville Beaver, Wednesday July 5, 2006 - 21 Auto EVERYTHING More power for the new Porsche Boxster In the Porsche's new model year, which begins August 1, the Boxster and Boxster S will be given more power and torque. Both these mid-engined sports cars will then offer even better road performance and low fuel consumption. Furthermore, the optional Tiptronic S transmission and the Sport Chrono Package have been given additional functions. The 2.7 litre Boxster engine now develops an additional five hp, bringing the total to 245 hp). Average fuel consumption is 30.4 mpg, an improvement of 1 mpg. The Boxster accelerates from 0-62 mph in 6.1 seconds and has a top speed of 160 mph. With the optional six-speed gearbox, 161 mph can be achieved. The Boxster S engine, which has been increased in size from 3.2 to 3.4 litres, develops 295 hp at 6,250 rpm 15 hp more than its. The Boxster S sprints from 0-62 mph in just 5.4 seconds - a tenth of a second quicker than the previous model. The top speed of this model has risen by two mph to 169 mph. Its average fuel consumption is 26.6 mpg. Both flat-six engines are now equipped with VarioCam Plus valve control, variable valve timing (VarioCam) and changeover valve lift (Plus). A vane-type actuator with a range of 40 degrees adjusts inlet camshaft timing. The valve lift changeover mechanism uses two-position bucket-type tappets on the inlet side, actuated by an electro-hydraulic valve. The Boxster and Boxster S can be supplied with the revised Tiptronic S transmission that has new hydraulics and electronics as well as variable shift programs. On both Boxster models access for servicing has been improved: the coolant and engine oil filler caps in the rear luggage area are now behind an easily accessible flap, so that better use can be made of the boot space. The Boxster and Boxster S will also be available with the 19-inch 'Turbo' forged alloy two-tone wheels that were developed exclusively for the new 911 Turbo. Both models can be fitted with the new Porsche Vehicle Tracking System as an option. Porsche has announced power increases for both the Boxster and Boxster S.